Studio
Independent Living · 0 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,690/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 2, 2026Community profile
Lakeview Retirement Community
2134 North Lake Drive, Columbia, SC
Independent Living
★ 4.916 reviewsRead reviews
About the community
About Lakeview Retirement Community
Published floor plans
1 Bedroom
Independent Living · 1 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$4,980/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 2, 20262 Bedrooms
Independent Living · 2 bedroom
Published starting price
Schedule a visit →$6,740/month
Care fees not included
Checked August 2, 2026Tracked published prices
Price history by floor plan
Compare floor plans over time. The lowest current option with tracked history is selected first.
Studio$4,690 observed · tracking future changes
One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.
Family and resident feedback
4.9 out of 5 from 16 reviews
Overall rating from Published source. Recent public reviews can help surface themes to ask about on a tour. Ratings belong to the original review source and are not independently verified by us.
★★★★★
PositiveI visited this facility
I toured Lakeview Retirement Community. What I liked best was the location, the access, and the layout of the facility. The person I met was very knowledgeable and very friendly. He had very good chemistry. You could tell they were very engaged with those who lived there. I just felt comfortable with them. The units were nice. However, I can't really explain that for the price point that they're at. I was expecting a little bit more as far as maybe being modern or updated.
★★★★★
PositiveHappiness
I am so happy to be here. People are so friendly. The managers make sure our every need is meet..The actives are wonderful. Never a dull moment! Love having someone to play cards with! Have made many new friends.
★★★★★
PositiveFriendly staff
I recently visited my grandmother and everyone was so friendly. The facility was clean and kept up. The food options were excellent and there was always something to do. It’s a great place where she can live independently, but also get the help she needs.
★★★★★
PositiveReview
I have lived there..great place to meet friends and the camaraderie is superb. I still visit the many friends I made while living there. Chef [removed name] knows how to lay out a great buffet, both main bar and salad bar. The dining room staff can’t be better, very patient, and very very helpful! [removed names] both add great service and entertainment. The only reason I left was I still had ants in my pants…wanted the garden I had enjoyed for so many years. I’d go back in a heartbeat! The one concern I have …
★★★★★
PositiveBest decision
As difficult as it is to admit that getting older has its challenges I know that I made the best decision moving to Lakeview. Great people and friendly staff. No longer cooking and cleaning they do it for me!
★★★★★
PositiveWonderful community and amazing staff and management
I’ve lived at Lakeview for over a year and this is definitely home! The staff and managers make me feel like this is my extended family. Best decision I made was moving to Lakeview. Lots of activities and my apartment is very nice.
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Independent Living
- Operator
- Resort Lifestyle Communities
- Public price status
- Published starting price available
- Last source check
- October 22, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- Private Dining Room
- Bar or Pub
- Meals Provided
- No Sugar
- Anytime Dining
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Professional Chef
- Guest Meals
- International Cuisine
- Low / No Sodium
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Room Service
Health & wellness
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Medication Management
Services & convenience
- Resident Parking Available
- Covered Parking
- Uncovered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- English
Activities & engagement
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Book Club
- Bible Study Group
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Wii Bowling
- Day Trips and Outings
- Art Classes
- Current Events Club
- Choir / Singing Club
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Quilting or Sewing Club
- Intergenerational Programs
- Activities Off-site
- Christian Services
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Activities On-site
- Holiday Parties
- Catholic Services
- Bridge Club
- Other Religious Services
- Walking Club
- Happy Hour
- Dances
- Birthday Parties
- Cards / Pinochle Club
- Live Well Programs
- Community Service Organizations
- Community Service Programs
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Gardening Club
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Tai Chi
- Trivia Games
- Men's Club
- Live Musical Performances
Outdoor spaces
- Computer or Media Center
- Outside Patio
- Barber Shop
- Library
- Central Fireplace
- Indoor Common Areas
- Meeting Room
- Beauty Salon
- Main Street Shops
- TV Lounge
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Billiards Lounge
- Game Room
- Fitness Center
- Ballroom
- Movie or Theater Room
- Arts and Crafts Center
Apartment & room features
- Garden View
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Handicap Accessible
- Private patio, deck, or balcony
- Full kitchen
- Ground Floor Units
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Air Conditioned
Official oversight
Inspection and quality records
Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”
Coverage last checked October 22, 2026.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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